Description
This creamy and savory spread is perfect for any occasion. With a blend of cream cheese, green olives, and a touch of seasoning, it’s a delightful appetizer or snack served with crackers, bread, or veggies. Quick and easy to make, this spread is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup green olives (pitted and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Olives:
Chop the green olives into small pieces. You can use green olives with or without pimentos, depending on your preference. - Mix the Spread:
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise (if using), Dijon mustard, chopped olives, parsley, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and lemon juice (if using). Stir everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined. - Taste and Adjust:
Taste the spread and add salt or additional seasonings as needed. If you prefer a tangier flavor, you can add more Dijon mustard or lemon juice. - Chill and Serve:
For best results, refrigerate the spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. However, you can serve it immediately if you’re in a hurry. - Serve:
Serve your Cream Cheese & Olive Spread with crackers, toasted baguette slices, fresh veggies, or as a dip for chips. It’s the perfect addition to any appetizer platter or as a quick snack.
Notes
- For variation, you can also use black olives, Kalamata olives, or a mixture of different types of olives.
- If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can use a food processor to blend the ingredients together.
- This spread can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20mg